Why aren’t more Mass. Dems urging Steve Tompkins to step down?
The longtime Suffolk County sheriff is facing extortion charges.

Should you be worried about getting flesh-eating bacteria from swimming in Massachusetts?
In a rare case, one person contracted a flesh-eating bacteria known as Vibrio vulnificus after swimming at a Falmouth beach last week.
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Healey tells Mass. schools to continue DEI efforts despite Trump orders
The Massachusetts governor said the law protects DEI in schools. -
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Immigrant storytellers withdraw from Somerville event for fear of Trump enforcement
Over the past eight years, recent immigrants to the United States have shared their personal stories with audiences on stages across Massachusetts in a forum called Suitcase Stories. Now fear has forced some to go silent; others presenters are stepping up to speak in their place at the Somerville Theater. -
Rare neurologic complication of flu in children triggers state health advisory
Public health officials warn providers in the state about a possible connection to a rare neurologic complication tied to the flu in children. -
Doctors in medical building on Carney Hospital campus get eviction notice
Range of specialists in Dorchester building given 90 days to vacate medical offices.
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